Breach: Chicago War Zone - WIP Update 18 - 26th of August 2023
... This one's actually been brewing for 6 months, so... 1 Million Words folks!
Update 21 has been released! Last public upload was pretty much a year ago so, I'm very sorry for the long silence, a lot of the updates have been mostly in the private testing phase on Patreon, but I am here with a bunch of fixes and hangout updates.
But most importantly... We've passed the 1 Million Words mark... My fingers are tired. ❤
COMPLETED: Chapter 3 Part 1 of The ARC branch (100%) (PT only)
W.I.P.: AA Hangout Part 1 (86%)
W.I.P.: AA Store system (85%)
W.I.P.: FBI Hangout Part 1 (46%)
W.I.P.: FBI Store system (65%)
W.I.P.: Stat screen upgrade (40%)
Word Count: 1,007,622 words including codes (Last update was 971,142)
I'll be completely honest, when I started Breach 2 I knew it was going to surpass 1 million words. I just didn't think it would take this long. Through numerous challenges, both in writing and in real life. Through numerous ups and downs, I'm absolutely surprised and grateful to know that there are people out there who still support me. I've had many thoughts, numerous times, to give up and move on to other things in life, but I didn't want to disappoint, so I kept writing.
I bring to you, the 1 million milestone update. It's really not much, but it is one step closer to completion. This update has been in the works for the past 6 months mostly due to the weapons rework and also story changes for the crew members that I apparently couldn't keep track of without a giant excel spreadsheet. This update finalizes the Archangel's Gamma Crew hangouts, which is Kaz and Carly's hangout as well as Anna and Charlie's hangout.
As before, they share the same storyline so they will both share the same hangout. If you choose to go out with one, you cannot go out with the other. Kaz shares it with Carly, and Anna shares it with Charlie. Keep that in mind. Oh, and there's 7 new guns to play with. Have fun, Ian.
This update does not include the new Chapters. Chapter 3 will still be Patreon exclusive until Breach 2 finishes and I can send the demo to the public testing, and to CoG for the full release.
I really cannot reiterate how grateful I am to have an amazing array of readers and supporters who are still here after numerous hiccups and fuck ups. Thank you all, so very much.
Much, much love.
- Max
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… Hoo boy, this was one of the biggest I’ve ever made in one go. Update 18 has been release
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So... um... update 18 coming up. It's in private testing now, will be coming to the public link around the 20th... it is currently about 38k worth of words though the public update might burst that over 40k...
It mainly consist of updates for the FBI Arc, hopefully finishing up Chapter 2 Part 2 of the FBI arc so I can finally move on to the meat and butter of Chapter 3 Part 1 of both routes.
Keep in mind... since we're past the halfway point, public updates might be a bit less frequent as I'm going into full steam focus on just going through the whole outline in private testing after private testing.
There will be a public demo after I finish a chapter or two. So, yeah... Breach 2 is almost into the smooth sailing phase...
Breach: Chicago War Zone - WIP Update 18 - 26th of August 2023
… Hoo boy, this was one of the biggest I've ever made in one go.
Update 18 has been released! over 60k worth of words, finally finished the entire Chapter 2 Part 2 for the FBI route. This update is mostly for the FBI route with only minor fixes for the Archangel route. This update also includes the 1st hangouts for both Megan House and Rita Collins.
You may play it on the link below.
Breach: Chicago War Zone (Updated)
DEVELOPMENT LOG#18 (26-August-2023)
(B2.1.1.23.08.26)
Alpha - 18
Bug fixes, code and grammar fixes, WD40 fixes everything
C2P2 FBI: Finished day 1 events
C2P2 FBI: Continued FBI arc to day 2 downtime
C2P2 ARC: Fixed sewer tokens not setting correctly
C1P2 ARC: Upgrading heist vehicle armor now cost money
MISC: Added flash grenades to inventory stat
Alpha - 18.5
C2P2 FBI: Added hangout status to the day 2 breakfast scene
C2P2 FBI: Fixed crashing after the Greg scene
C2P2 FBI: Fixed eating sandwich crashing the game
C2P2 FBI: Finished day 2 events
FBI Hangout: Added Megan House's hangout part 1
FBI Hangout: Added Rita Collins' hangout part 1
FBI Store: Added Holliday's opening scene
FBI Store: Added Holliday's randomized cold opens
COMPLETED: Chapter 2 Part 2 of The FBI branch (100%)
W.I.P.: AA Hangout Part 1 (26%)
W.I.P.: AA Store system (85%)
W.I.P.: FBI Hangout Part 1 (46%)
W.I.P.: FBI Store system (65%)
W.I.P.: Stat screen upgrade (40%)
Word Count: 823,723 words including codes (Last update was 759,012)
Good lord, 62k words worth of update. I honestly don't know what to say, this is the biggest I've ever written in one sitting. For those of you wondering, yes I am doing alright. Just a bit tired is all.
My prediction was that I would've gone over 40k words when I added Collins and Megan's hangout but, ooh boy, I didn't expect to be able to finish the entire chapter, but, yeah, that happened.
This update consists of the newly finished Day 1 and Day 2 of the FBI route, completely finishing off Chapter 2 Part 2 of the FBI route. Along with a few fixes, this is mainly a story update focusing on the FBI arc. There is no new Archangel route content. There is also some new hangouts for the FBI with Megan House and Rita Collins being available for hangouts. I can now finally move on to Chapter 3 Part 1 for both the FBI and Archangel arcs in update 19.
As part of this announcements, I would like to also announce that this is as far as where the public demo will go for now. From this point on, I will be focusing on private testing on patreon only. But fear not, I will update the public demo periodically with all of the hangouts and all of the available side missions.
I don't know what to go is with the Hosted Games requirements, but I may also update the public demo with the full beta version of the game going all the way to the last chapter at the end of development.
With that all said… I can officially say, it is now smooth sailing from here.
Thank you all so much for the love and support you've given throughout the entire journey. It's been a long 4 years but, we're getting closer to the end now.
Much love! ❤
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Update 17 is now in private testing, and will be coming to the public link around the 20th of this month.
It consists mainly of the update for the Archangel route, finishing up Chapter 2 Part 2, adding some romance scenes, as well as some romance initiation for Michael. It finally adds Day 2 of the heist prep, and moves the previous ending to day 2.
Breach: Chicago War Zone - WIP Update 17 - 20th of June 2023
Yeah… I was hoping to be able to finish this last month, but, here it is.
Update 17 has been released! More than 30k worth of update, again, mostly continuing the Chapter 2 Part of the Archangel Route. There is no new content for the FBI route, or any of the hangouts.
Breach: Chicago War Zone (Updated)
DEVELOPMENT LOG#17.5 (20-June-2023)
(B2.1.1.23.06.20)
Alpha - 17
Bug fixes, grammar fixes, life fixes, death fixes, everyone gets fixes!
Added the ability to visit Gregory's store in Character Creation
C2P1 ARC: security barricade fixed
C2P2 ARC: continued to Day 2, added pizza
C2P2 ARC: moved previous ending forward
C2P2 ARC: added sardines (for all ROs)
C2P2 ARC: added Michael's romance (1st draft)
C1P2 ARC: Gate work planning fixed
Alpha - 17.5
C1P2 ARC: Gabriel romance choice fixed
Weapons Rework: Added weapon attachment status in the shop
Weapons Rework: Added remove all attachment option
Weapons Rework: Added weapon category and range variables
Weapons Rework: Fixed magazine bugs (Thank fuck)
Romance: Fixed Michael's romance (2nd draft)
COMPLETED: Chapter 2 Part 2 of The AA branch (100%)
W.I.P.: Chapter 2 Part 2 of The FBI branch (25%)
W.I.P.: AA Hangout Part 1 (26%)
W.I.P.: AA Store system (85%)
W.I.P.: FBI Hangout Part 1 (23%)
W.I.P.: FBI Store system (65%)
W.I.P.: Stat screen upgrade (40%)
Word Count: 759,012 words including codes (Last update was 726,400)
Over 30k worth of new content. I'm sorry I've been so busy lately with quite a bunch of real life stuff happening, some good, some bad. I've been taking care of myself more often and letting my body and mind rest when I need it.
I've had people who are incredibly helpful in teaching me how to take better care of myself, and I am forever grateful of my Patreon and all the support everyone there has given me, most of them I feel it's undeserved but I know I'll do my best to work for it. I honestly would not be able to continue writing without it.
The update consists of a few romance scenes in the Archangel route for all the ROs as well as a new romance initiation for Michael. It also pushes the chapter into Day 2, moving the previous ending forward as well as adding a bit more to end off the chapter. There is currently no new content for the FBI route… That will be coming in the next update.
Thank you all for the support and patience you've given me, and thank you for those who've helped me with the bug fixing and reports!
Much love! ❤
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Yeah… I was hoping to be able to finish this last month, but, here it is. Update 17 has bee
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Breach: Chicago War Zone - WIP Update 16 - 30th of April 2023
Had to fight through a fever and a throat infection to get this done but, it's DONE!
Update 16 has been released! Around 32k worth of update, mostly continuing the Chapter 2 Part of the Archangel Route. There is no new content for the FBI route, or any of the hangouts.
Breach: Chicago War Zone (Updated)
DEVELOPMENT LOG#16.5 (30-April-2023)
(B2.1.1.23.04.30)
Alpha - 16
Added Bubblegum and Blueberry flavoured ice cream
Added new story-specific generic body armor (Token 11)
Added toilet armor (Rejoice!)
Rearranged armor token system
Continued Chapter 2 Part 2 of the AA branch
Buffed covert plate carrier to 70 FB protection
Alpha - 16.5
Disabled Restart Chapter from Show Stats Screen
The Glorious Goods are back!
Added Tracy shop entrances
Unlocked all secondary weapon choices in the store
W.I.P.: Chapter 2 Part 2 of The AA branch (50%)
W.I.P.: Chapter 2 Part 2 of The FBI branch (23%)
W.I.P.: AA Hangout Part 1 (26%)
W.I.P.: AA Store system (85%)
W.I.P.: FBI Hangout Part 1 (23%)
W.I.P.: FBI Store system (65%)
W.I.P.: Stat screen upgrade (35%)
Word Count: 726,400 words including codes (Last update was 690,972)
35k worth of words, though most of it is a bunch of coding for the heist's outline. There's not a lot in this update unfortunately, I have been sick for over a week now, I feel like shit but at least it's not COVID. At least, I don't think it is. Tests are negative.
This update consists primarily of the continuation for Chapter 2 Part 2 of the Archangel route. There is no new content for the FBI route, nor is there anything new in the store aside from a few tweaks to the armor system. Also, The Glorious Goods section is now active.
Aside from that, I know I said I was gonna post a status update on the 15th but, yeah… missed that as well, I'm sorry. I tried working on the update as well as a short story but, apparently my brain can't really do both anymore. As I'm ramping up update production to be at least once a month.
The private testing update was supposed to come out the 5th this month but, was pushed back to the 15th, and now to the 22nd. Thankfully I still manage to get the public update out this month.
Sorry for the delays, and thank you all for your patience.
Much love! ❤️
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Had to fight through a fever and a throat infection to get this done but, it’s DONE! Update
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Breach: Chicago War Zone - WIP Update 15 - 20th of March 2023
… After some rough few patches, I did it. A bit later than I had hoped, but, I did it!
Update 15 has been released! Chapter 2 Part 2 for both routes have started all the way up to the first chance of a downtime. The hangouts for Hayne and Justin are available for the Archangel route, and the hangouts for Salazar, Rook and Bishop are available for the FBI route.
Breach: Chicago War Zone (Updated)
DEVELOPMENT LOG#15 (20-March-2023)
(B2.1.1.23.03.6)
W.I.P.: Chapter 2 Part 2 of The AA branch (23%)
W.I.P.: Chapter 2 Part 2 of The FBI branch (23%)
W.I.P.: AA Hangout Part 1 (26%)
W.I.P.: AA Store system (75%)
W.I.P.: FBI Hangout Part 1 (23%)
W.I.P.: FBI Store system (65%)
W.I.P.: Stat screen upgrade (30%)
COMPLETED: Chapter 2 Part 1 of The AA branch (100%)
COMPLETED: Chapter 2 Part 1 of The FBI branch (100%)
Word Count: 690,972 words including codes (Last update was 663,808)
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I tried to get this done at the end of February but, life took a different turn, in more ways than one. I'm still trying my best to take care while still working on Breach, honestly it's one of the things keeping me afloat, to focus writing on this game.
This update includes a few new weapons as well as Justin's 1st hangout for the Archangel route, as well as the 1st hangouts for Salazar, Rook and Bishop for the FBI route. Keep in mind that you cannot do both Justin and Hayne's hangout. you have to pick one or the other. Same with Salazar, Rook and Bishop. You have to pick one or the other.
This is mainly to limit the stress on my brain on writing for 18 different hangouts for all romance options and, yeah… I'm a masochist, but I'm still human and my brain needs help.
The private testing for this latest update was released on the 5th this month, so I guess I'm back on the track to release the private testing on the 5th and the public update on the 20th next month as well.
Aside from that, I try my best to post status update some time after the public release, (probably the 25th, if I remember) on here, Patreon, tumblr, and on the Discord, to gauge whether or not I'm confident I can release something the following month.
If I do not post anything, the patreon update is still on track for the 5th next month, and every month after that, and the public update will always be released in the 15 to 20 day timeframe afterwards. Though, such as this one, please keep in mind that I may be few days late…
Thank you all for your patience and understanding.
Much love! ❤️
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… After some rough few patches, I did it. A bit later than I had hoped, but, I did it! Upda
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Breach: Chicago War Zone - WIP Update 14 - 10th of February 2023
I didn't think I'd be able to finish it this month considering my hard drive decided to corrupt itself, but, goddamn, I did it.
WIP Update 14 has been released! Chapter 2 Part 2 for both routes have started all the way up to the first chance of a downtime. Though you can't hangout with anyone, except for Hayne, you can now enjoy the limited shop for both the Archangel AND the FBI route, as well as the completed skill training feature.
Breach: Chicago War Zone (Updated)
DEVELOPMENT LOG#14 (10-February-2023)
(B2.1.1.22.12.20)
Alpha - 14
Tons of bug fixes typos and grammar fixes
Added the ability to buy plasma cutter pre-hangout
Added ARC skills training and store (limited)
Added FBI skills training and store (very limited)
Fixed FBI armory not being free. (Everything should now be free)
Tweaked a few of the weapon's descriptions to be available for both routes
Tweaked several weapon accessories token modifiers
Tweaked available accessories for the UTS-15
Added Flash Grenades
Added AR-10 Battle rifle (I know, I'm calling it one)
Added KSG-12 Shotgun
Added RPD Machine gun
Added AK-12 Assault rifle
Alpha - 14
Added Chapter Part restart feature to Show Stats screen (Testing)
Added Settings tab to the Show Stats screen (Testing)
Added Cheats tab to the Show Stats screen (Testing)
Added Hayne's 1st hangout
W.I.P.: Chapter 2 Part 2 of The AA branch (23%)
W.I.P.: Chapter 2 Part 2 of The FBI branch (23%)
W.I.P.: AA Hangout (9%)
W.I.P.: AA Store system (60%)
W.I.P.: FBI Hangout (9%)
W.I.P.: FBI Store system (50%)
W.I.P.: Stat screen upgrade (30%)
COMPLETED: Chapter 2 Part 1 of The AA branch (100%)
COMPLETED: Chapter 2 Part 1 of The FBI branch (100%)
Word Count: 656,856 words including codes (Last update was 637,822)
The private testing for this was uploaded last month so technically I managed to get an update out once month but still… it was quite a delay and I'm terribly sorry.
For those who don't know, I had a horrible setback in which my computer's hard drive decided to bork itself and I had to reinstall windows. I lost a small number of data but it took me some time to rebuild my database and retrieve data from my corrupted hard drive. Thankfully, Breach itself is saved due to the number of backups I've made and the precaution of having multiple copies on different hard drives.
More detail on the situation on this post if you want to see the exact problem I was having.
So... uh, yeah... this happened.
I managed to save a ton of my old files but, lost quite a bit as well, including all that was in my music
But, all of that is past now and though I am still building up everything again, I was able to get my workspace back in order and thankfully, I've managed to finish this damn update before the end of the month for private testing, and added a few things for the public update.
The update also consists some scenes for the ARC route where if you choose to do the prep work for the grate work or wall work in the tunnels under the bank, as well as some new scenes for the FBI route where [spoiler]if you let Greg escape during the raid, he'll want to meet with you and he'll give you some secrets about the trio.[/spoiler]
I'm sorry it's taken so long, and thank you for being so patient. It's not a huge update, but it features the shop and the skill training system in-game where you can buy and change your gear however you wish, though the FBI armoury is quite limited for now.
Thank you all for your patience.
Much love! ❤️
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I’m actually surprised that I managed to finish this on time… wow. Alright, let’s do this.
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